There are not many ways to God

Although there are many who follow different ways of believing in God, sadly their ways take them even further from Him. A couple of examples of false teachings are how Oprah who states it is alright whoever you believe in as your “Higher Power” or whatever you want to call it. Shirley maclaine tells of…

The Prayer Closet

Prayer is an important part of the christian life, it gives us comfort in time of need and allows us an intimate relationship with our creator. Prayer is not just for personal need, but we are instructed to pray for one another as well. (James 5:13-16) Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is…

WHAT IS TRUTH?

WHAT IS TRUTH? “What is truth?” JOHN 18:38 This is such a profound and penetrating question stemming from the brief encounter of a Roman governor of Judea with Jesus the Christ. Pilate’s question, though in most respects more rhetorical than honest, still echoes the eternal cry within man, “What is Truth?” His question was in…

The Father’s Will: None Lost, All Raised

 What, exactly, is the Father’s will for His people? Christ Himself answered it—not with riddles, but with a promise so staggering that it redefines the entire purpose of our existence. According to Christ’s own words, the Father’s will is this: All whom He has given to the Son shall believe; they shall not be lost, and…

God Will Contend With Our Enemies

For some reason we are wired to think we have to contend with our enemies alone, when God said vengeance belongs to Him then we know it is not by our own power are our enemies removed! For serving Him gives liberty to our souls! (Romans 12:19-21) Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give…

The Mustard Seed Parable

The parable of the mustard seed has been my favorite for years as I used to raise mustard greens spring and fall. The seeds are much smaller than a BB. There are by count approximately 8,000 seeds per ounce. That’s more than dollars per ounce of pure gold. I have had some (planted in the…

Overcoming – Faith and the New Birth

Overcoming – Faith and the New Birth “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” John 3:3 It is only by virtue of the new birth that faith is imparted to men and women to “see” the Kingdom of God. Faith is how we see spiritual…